The Six R's Flashcards
1
Q
How do we reduce packaging?
A
Smaller size
Use less material
Use thinner material
Putting holes in packaging
2
Q
Why are products packaged in terms of product safety?
A
to protect a product from damage or contamination
3
Q
Why are products packaged in terms of containing?
A
to keep the product together
4
Q
Why are products packaged in terms of marketing?
A
to identify and advertise a product
5
Q
Why are products packaged in terms of transport?
A
to protect a product during transport and ease of transport
6
Q
Why are products packaged in terms of displaying?
A
to efficiently stack and store a product
7
Q
What are the six R’s?
A
Recycle Reuse Reduce Refuse Rethink Repair
8
Q
What materials should we refuse to use?
A
CFC's Abestos Mercury Lead chromate Carbon tetrachloride
9
Q
Why should you refuse a product?
A
Toxic chemicals used Man made rather than natural safe and appropriate manufacturing? working conditions? bad for you? packaging and transport distances
